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Summer
Events
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12 | Methow Trails
Women’s Trail Running Camp
| April 28-May 1
Escape the rain to Sun Mountain Lodge for the 5th-annual
running camp. Daily trail runs, yoga, and technique work.
Learn how to make a training plan, how to incorporate
strength into your routine, and more.
Location: Sun Mountain Lodge and Trails
Cost: $450
Sunflower Trail Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, and Relay
| May 6
Sponsored by Goat’s Beard Mountain Supplies
This is one of the most visually spectacular trail runs in the
country. Participants run from the town of Mazama by trail
to Twisp in the beauty of the springtime bloom. Participate
in the marathon, ½ marathon, or form a relay team of 2-5
members. This family-friendly event is a 37-year Methow
Valley tradition. Space is limited, so be sure to register online
early.
Location: Mazama to Twisp Trails
Cost: $75, full or ½ marathon; $55 per relay team member;
kids 17 and under, FREE
The Rattler: 4-mile, 9-mile, 1/2 Marathon
| May 15
Start your trail running season off with these beautiful, sunny
courses on the eastern side of the Methow Valley in stunning
Pipestone Canyon. Flowing singletrack, big climbs, and fun
downhills await, with distances to please every ability level.
Location: Pipestone Canyon, Winthrop
Cost: $15-$45, varies by registration
Mazama 5/10k, 1/2 Marathon and Kids’ Trail Runs
| May 27
Take part in a long-standing spring tradition in Mazama and
enjoy a fun race on beautiful trails, followed by a delicious
pancake breakfast to benefit the Mazama Community Club.
*New* this year is a 1/2 marathon distance! And as always,
we’ll begin the race lineup with a free, fun 1km kids’ run
around the meadow, so make sure to bring your youngsters
along.
Location: Mazama Community Center
Cost: $10-$30, varies by registration